My 38 week check up was this past Monday and went very well. Jared and I were able to see Riggs, via ultrasound, at this appointment! I was actually nervous all day before the appointment because we had not seen him since our 20 week ultrasound. This was all in order to try to get an estimate of our little man's weight! She estimated him to be about 6lb. 12oz.! I was thinking he would be a little bit bigger, and I know Jared was thinking the same thing. Of course, this is just an estimate.... only God knows what size he will be! Of course I got home and started looking at ALL of these websites about doctor's guesses on babies size based on the ultrasound and how big or small they really turned out to be.... it was a mixed bag, so who knows?! His heart rate was in the 130s again, and all of my vitals checked out just fine! Dr. Griggs came to talk to us and we decided that we would stick with the date we had previously talked about the week before. I was still feeling a little apprehensive about "planning" his birthday, but after talking with the doctor, and Jared, I feel very at peace with the decision. It was strange to leave the doctor's office and schedule my post-partum appointment!!
We did not do the 4D ultrasound, so getting to see Riggs this big was pretty cool! Of course we still couldn't tell much, but we definitely think he is going to have BIG LIPS! We aren't really sure where those came from, as neither of us really have a big mouth (in the physical sense!). Jared is now sure that Riggs is going to be a shorty!! His little femur was measuring the "least far along" in comparison to his head and abdomen. In order to estimate weight they take the measurement of babies head, abdomen, and femur and average those out; they also somehow account for the amount of amniotic fluid they think is present. Regardless, his legs were a little short.... but let's be real... I have some really short arms and legs! Riggs will be perfect because God created him for us!
I just wanted to write a little bit about how I have been feeling the past few weeks... more for me to be able to remember! I have been physically feeling more tired, and my back has definitely been getting a work out carrying this baby around! I am still have some swelling, but it hasn't been too bad! The bathroom trips are continuing to escalate in number... I think I probably get up on average 3 times a night! Mentally/Emotionally is a whole different ballgame. I will catch myself day dreaming about what it will be like to have a baby and before I know it I'm crying... or better yet I will be doing nothing at all and Jared might look at me funny... .and I'm crying! Needless to say it takes very little to get my tear ducts working these days. Most of the time Jared makes it better by laughing and then I start laughing! I am naturally a VERY anxious/worrier type person... but I found during most of my pregnancy I have worried very little; however, I have noticed a change in that the past two weeks. I am starting to feel like my old self again...contstantly obsessing about the things I have no control over. I have been so focused on preparing for his arrival that I have spent little time worrying... now that I am ready for him I don't know what to do with my brain! I am flooded with questions... what if something is wrong with him?, will he be healthy?, will I be a good mother?, what if something bad happens to me or him during labor/delivery?, what if something bad happens to Jared?. I know some of this is normal, but I tend to overthink and drive myself crazy! Jared and I have finally gotten to start going back to church now that we haven't been driving around the state every weekend, and the message for the month of August has been about learning how to pray. It couldn't have come at a better time. I have really focused on trying to praise Him before I pray for my own needs and wishes. The messages the past few weeks have definitely helped ease my mind!
August has been a relaxing month overall! We spent most of the time here in Montgomery. I did spend one weekend at Lake Martin with my parents and aunt/uncle/little cousin. It was nice and relaxing up there! Jared and I have been trying to soak up the time we have left with just the two of us! I don't know if I will post again before he gets here.... so if not, heres to the newest chapter in our lives!!
37 Weeks!!
Nathan and I spending some fun time at the lake!
38 Weeks One Day!
My favorite picture! All 3 of my boys! Jared was feeling Riggs move and Rascal just had to come get in on the action!
Until Next Time...
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